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September 7, 2018

Amazon’s Alexa Announcements goes live in Australia

Alexa Announcements has landed in Australia, meaning Aussies can now use their Alexa-enabled devices as a one-way intercom system to share quick, broad messages with the whole family. Simply say to your Alexa-enabled device, “Alexa, announce dinner is ready,” and “Dinner is ready” will be announced in your voice to all...

  • Sonos Amp v2 announced

    August 30, 2018
    The Sonos Amp was well overdue for a refresh and has now got one. The second generation Amp is now black, wider, deeper but still aims to service the same need, to be a home audio hub that powers traditional wired speakers with sound from nearly any source. It...

  • UE BOOM 3 and MEGABOOM 3 are coming in September

    August 30, 2018
    Ultimate Ears speakers are now in their third iteration with the next generation Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 and MEGABOOM 3 announced. Portable, waterproof Bluetooth speakers enable you to take sound with you, regardless of how active your lifestyle is. The gen 3 speakers have been redesigned, now featuring a two-toned design, made of...

  • Plantronics introduce Backbeat GO 600 headphones for a great price

    July 5, 2018
    Plantronics have announced the Plantronics BackBeat GO 600 Series which are wireless, over-the-ear immersive headphones featuring unique capabilities for people who put music first, at an economical price point. To ensure music lovers can create the listening experience they prefer, BackBeat GO 600 comes equipped with dual equalisation (EQ)...

  • Review: Sonos Beam, the more affordable, smarter soundbar

    June 28, 2018
    Review: Sonos Beam, the more affordable, smarter soundbar. Posted by Jason Cartwright on June 28th, 2018. 1 Sonos continues to expand its product portfolio and with the Sonos Beam, its the second product from them with a built-in voice assistant, clearly building on the success of the Sonos One. This is the...

  • Review: Sony LF-S50G, the 360 degree speaker with Google Assistant

    March 12, 2018
    It used to be that homes started their entry into IoT by way of a connected lightbulb, but that’s changing. In 2018, the arrival of connected smart speakers with voice assistants are now for many, the first device and it ends up being the primary interface to control the...

  • LG is adding Google Assistant to 2018 premium sound lineup, to be shown off at CES

    December 29, 2017
    Its not even 2018 yet, but we already know LG has plans to improve their premium audio range next year with features like Google Assistant. At CES 2018, LG will showcase their latest hardware products in their premium audio range. This year, they’re making products sound better and be smarter, which they...

  • Game over: SONOS One will support Alexa, Google Home and Apple Airplay 2

    October 5, 2017
    Sonos is getting into the voice-activated home assistant market with a new smart speaker announced overnight. The Sonos One looks like the Play:1 speaker, but has some serious upgrades. Sonos One will launch with Amazon Alexa support and add Google Assistant in 2018. The Sonos One will be available globally Oct. 24 and...

  • SONOS now lets you buy direct with online store.

    May 31, 2017
    Until now, you’ve had to find a reselller to purchase Sonos products from, but you’ll now be able to shop directly from Sonos.com.au. Sonos Australia say they want to provide Australians with another way to fill their homes with music, with a new online store that offers a great customer...

  • Review: Polk Omni SB1+ offers voice volume adjust

    December 29, 2016
    Design The Polk Omni SB1+ is made up of two key devices, the soundbar and the subwoofer. Both support a luxurious curves that give an elegance not always found in our modern black electronics. The soundbar has a slim profile which allows the sleek design to blend in, rather...

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